Canadian Coast Guard getting $816M to boost Arctic security, secure southern waters

CBC: McGuinty announced Friday that the $816 million over seven years would expand the agency’s defensive role in the north through four key initiatives. 

Procure short- and medium-range drones that can operate in the sky, on the surface or underwater to boost the coast guard’s reach.

Creating a year-round maritime domain awareness hub in Iqaluit that would collect and analyze maritime intelligence. 

Adding new reconnaissance equipment to coast guard helicopters nationally to improve the effectiveness of security patrols. 

Building four new Arctic long-range radar sites along the Northwest Passage and in the Hudson Strait…

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